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“Højlund, Antony, and Mount Changed the Game”- Amorim Praises Trio After Man United’s Win
Manchester United’s manager, Ruben Amorim, praised his key players after their comeback victory against Viktoria Plzen in the Europa League on Thursday night.
The Red Devils managed to secure a 2-1 win at the Doosan Arena, having trailed early in the match.
Rasmus Højlund, who has shown flashes of his potential since his move to United, played a decisive role by scoring both goals.
The Danish striker demonstrated composure and clinical finishing, proving why the club invested heavily in him over the summer.
His goals were a turning point for United, who were under pressure after a shaky start.
However, it wasn’t just Højlund who caught Amorim’s attention.
The Portuguese manager also singled out Antony and Mason Mount for their impact on the game.
Antony, who has faced criticism in recent months for inconsistent performances, delivered a sharp and energetic display.
His ability to drive at defenders and create space gave United much-needed momentum on the right flank.
Mason Mount, who joined United from Chelsea, also stepped up.
His work rate, quick passing, and intelligence in the midfield helped steady the team and unlock opportunities for the attack.
Despite a challenging start to his United career due to injuries, Mount’s performance showed glimpses of why he remains highly rated.
In his post-match comments, Amorim expressed satisfaction with the trio’s efforts.
“Højlund was exceptional, but Antony and Mason Mount also made a huge difference,” he said, as quoted by journalist Fabrizio Romano.
“They’re here to deliver in these moments, and they did exactly that. I’m delighted with their contributions and their desire to win.”
Manchester United legend Gary Neville has shared his prediction for the club’s upcoming Premier League clash against Manchester City.
United will take on their city rivals at Old Trafford in a highly anticipated derby on Sunday.
Speaking on The Overlap, Neville pointed out that United have performed well in big games this season, holding their own against teams like Arsenal, Liverpool, and City.
“I think it could end in a draw, maybe 1-1,” he said, adding that he and fellow pundit Jamie Carragher also considered a 2-2 result.
Meanwhile, United currently sit 13th in the league table with 37 points from 30 matches.
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne has announced that this season will be his last at the club.
In a heartfelt message on social media, the Belgian star confirmed that his time with the Premier League champions is coming to an end, saying, “These will be my final months as a Manchester City player.”
De Bruyne, who joined City from Wolfsburg in 2015 for £54.5 million, has enjoyed a trophy-laden career at the Etihad. Over the years, he has helped the club secure six Premier League titles, two FA Cups, five League Cups, and a Champions League trophy.
The 33-year-old was also a key part of Pep Guardiola’s historic treble-winning squad in the 2020/21 season.
Last summer, he received tempting offers from Saudi clubs but chose to stay in England for one more season.
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca admitted he may have risked his team’s chances of holding on to their 1-0 lead over Tottenham Hotspur after making defensive substitutions late in the game.
Reflecting on the moment, Maresca acknowledged that his decision to make changes before seeing how much stoppage time would be added was a mistake. “We created plenty of chances in the first half, but when I saw 12 minutes of extra time, I realized it might have been too soon to make those changes,” he told reporters.
With the game nearing its end, Maresca swapped Cole Palmer and Enzo Fernandez for defenders Tosin Adarabioyo and midfield anchor Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, which allowed Spurs to intensify their attack in search of an equalizer during the extended stoppage time.
Thankfully for Chelsea, the strategy paid off as they managed to hold on for the win. “We’re happy we won, but it was a close call,” Maresca added.
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